Chapter 48

Chapter 48: Adventurer's Guild Rank!

Murasaki returned with Iria.

Iria is a member of the Nekojin race, seemingly responsible for the reception.

Her cat ears and tail are quite noticeable.

For some reason, her gaze feels intimidating, as if she's carefully observing us.

Is the Adventurer's Guild generally aggressive?

"Nice to meet you. I am Iria, the head receptionist and examiner at this guild."

After a polite greeting, she explained the adventurer guild's rank system and promotion exams.

Her explanations were clear and well-presented.

- Rank up is done one step at a time.

- Starting from Rank D, a written exam is required.

- Starting from Rank B, abilities are confirmed through battles with interviewers.

- Rank A and above require promotion exams in specific cities.

A guild master's introduction letter is necessary, but Zeke doesn't have it since he's not from a specific city.

- The content of the exam varies each time.

- Promotion exams from Rank B to F are held regularly.

Since there were a few points I was curious about, I asked after she finished the explanation:

"May I ask a question?"

"Yes, of course. What is it?"

"Is it possible to rank up multiple times in one day?"

"Well, it's not very realistic, but theoretically, it's possible."

"Is there not much correlation between rank and level?"

"You're right. While there isn't a direct correlation, the higher the rank, the more challenging it becomes, so one's level naturally becomes a deciding factor."

"If you have the monster's core, does that qualify for the promotion exam?"

"Yes, as long as you've defeated it in the past. However, we'll confirm whether you personally defeated it through the appraisal skill."

"So, defeating the monster in a party is acceptable?"

"Yes, that's correct."

If party hunting is allowed, then even if you lack strength, you could rank up by hiring powerful adventurers with money...

Having interviewers for battles must be to prevent cheating.

Well, even so, cheating might not be completely eradicated...

"I see. Can I take the promotion exam for Rank F right now?"

"Huh? Right now?"

"Yes, I'd like to reach Rank B by the end of the day if possible."

Iria looked astonished.

Beside her, Murasaki burst into laughter and said, "Takuto, you're truly an amusing guy. I like you!"

Looking at Shikibu, who seemed exasperated, she nodded and let out a big sigh, "Iria, prepare the promotion exam for Rank B immediately. I'll be the practical examiner for Rank B!"

Iria was taken aback, but she remembered her duties and said, "Yes, I'll prepare it right away."

Furthermore, Murasaki added, "Also, tell the others below that if they're bored, they can gather at the exam venue. They'll get to see something fun!"

Hey, hey, is this an open exam?

I'd like to decline such special treatment...

Murasaki looked at me and gave a thumbs-up as if to say, "Good job."